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The 72 Turns of the Heavenly Road.

The 72 Turns of the Heavenly Road is a section of National Highway 318 on the Sichuan-Tibet line. It stretches from the Yela Mountain peak at an altitude of 4658 meters to the Gama Valley at over 2800 meters, with a difference of more than 1800 meters over a distance of more than 30 kilometers. It is named for its steep slopes, numerous bends, and dangerous conditions. The 72 Turns of the Heavenly Road has a dedicated viewing platform where you can park, stay, and take photos. This is the only viewing platform that offers the widest view. It is a nationally famous "devil's section," epitomizing the dangers and disasters of the Sichuan-Tibet line. The environment here is harsh, the climate is unpredictable, the geological structure is complex, and natural disasters are frequent. Even experienced drivers who often travel the Sichuan-Tibet line must be extremely cautious on this section. Drivers call it the "Slope of Despair," and relevant experts refer to it as the "Encyclopedia of Highway Diseases."...
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Posted: May 29, 2024
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